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“Surviving Mormonism” and the Real Story of Institutional Harm
Are Surviving Mormonism’s stories typical? Comparative data show rare failures in an institution ahead on reform.
C.D. Cunningham
November 21, 2025
Are Surviving Mormonism’s stories typical? Comparative data show rare failures in an institution ahead on reform.
Are the California lawsuits proof of systemic failure? The numbers indicate otherwise, but every case warrants scrutiny.
Is no-fault divorce failing people? Evidence suggests that it reduces general marital stability and happiness.
New Utah legislation follows best practices for child safety, merging legal protection with moral duty.
A prisoner unravels his mother’s adoption, revealing a legacy marred by racism, abuse, and addiction.
Another tragic abuse case led one reporter to call for mandatory reporting, a practice that will harm more children.
How are church-sponsored schools doing on sexual assault? Jacob Mayberry joins me to look at the data, ask what the limitations of the data are, and what lessons we can learn.
Are Latter-day Saints more prone to child abuse? Research reveals that the community has significantly lower abuse rates due to effective protective measures.
What causes lower abuse rates among Latter-day Saints? Geographic organization, focus on family, and female involvement create a safer environment.
Are Latter-day Saints more likely to abuse kids? Through statistical analysis of the BSA abuse case, we have our first data-supported answer to the question.
I was shocked after reviewing research on cyberbullying and then witnessing others go through it. But it wasn’t until I experienced it myself that I appreciated what it does to you.
It’s increasingly common to hear people point towards laws compelling reporting as the answer to our child abuse crisis. Yet the research doesn’t back this up – highlighting a number of complications that need more attention.